Electrical Project Manager

Posted 25 March 2026
Salary 50000.0
LocationLeeds
Job type Permanent
Reference18352

Job description

Electrical Project Manager
Location: Home-based with national travel (ideally within 2 hours of Leeds)
Salary: £50,000 + Company Vehicle (van or estate) + Travel & Stay-Away Allowance (£35 per night)

The Opportunity
We’re seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to take ownership of multiple high-value electrical and M&E projects across the UK. This role offers the opportunity to work on major refurbishment and decarbonisation programmes, supporting the transition toward more sustainable, electrically led building services solutions.

You’ll play a key role in delivering technically complex projects across large commercial estates and infrastructure environments, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and programme delivery.

The Role
Manage 7–8 electrical or M&E projects per year, typically valued at £300k–£500k+, delivering one main project at a time with occasional overlap.
Oversee electrical refurbishments, upgrades, and decarbonisation works across national sites.
Manage projects from pre-construction and planning through to installation, commissioning, and handover.
Coordinate direct labour and subcontractors, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
Attend site as required, typically 1–2 visits per week depending on project stage.
Manage project programmes, variations, cost control, and reporting.
Ensure compliance with electrical regulations, health & safety standards, and client specifications.
Liaise with clients, consultants, internal teams, and supply chain partners.

Project Exposure May Include
Electrical infrastructure upgrades on large commercial and transport sites.
Power distribution, containment, and lighting upgrades.
Electrical works supporting low-carbon and electrification initiatives.
HV/LV interfaces, depending on experience.
Integration of electrical systems alongside mechanical decarbonisation projects.

What’s On Offer
£50,000 base salary.
Company vehicle (van or estate).
£35 per night stay-away allowance (Premier Inn / Airbnb).
Flexible working with home-based Mondays and Fridays, and office attendance as required.
Long-term career progression within a forward-thinking, growing business.
Direct involvement in nationally significant refurbishment and decarbonisation programmes.

About You
We’re looking for a hands-on Electrical Project Manager with a strong building services or M&E background, capable of leading projects on-site while maintaining commercial and programme control.

Proven experience delivering electrical or M&E projects valued at £300k+.
Strong background in electrical installations within commercial or industrial environments.
Good understanding of BS7671 / 18th Edition and electrical compliance.
Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour.
Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Flexible to travel nationally with occasional overnight stays.
Ideally based within 2 hours of Leeds with good motorway access.